Tobacco use is the single largest cause of

Tobacco use is the single largest cause of preventable premature death in the world and exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) is a preventable cause of significant morbidity and mortality. Purpose of presentation: to present some information on the consequences of using tobacco and to talk about why people use tobacco. The goal of this presentation is not to judge anyone about using tobacco. We know that it is a personal decision that everyone needs to make themselves.

Smoking 400,000 Accidents 94,000 2nd Hand Smoke 38,000 Alcohol 45,000 HIV/AIDS 32,600 Suicide 31,000 Homicide 21,000 Drugs 14,200 Consequences of Tobacco-Use: Preventable Causes of Death

What are the tobacco-related diseases that are contributing to all these deaths?

Tobacco use: The single largest cause of preventable death.

Arteriosclerosis & Atherosclerosis: Healthy artery Damaged artery

Heart Attack: Quitting smoking rapidly reduces the risk of coronary heart disease Torn heart wall: Result of over-worked heart muscle Smokers are twice as likely as Nonsmokers to have a heart attack

Peripheral Vascular Disease

Stroke: This brain shows stroke damage, which can cause death or severe mental or physical disability

Emphysema: Healthy lung Emphysematic lung Symptoms Include Shortness of breath Chronic cough Wheezing Anxiety Weight loss Ankle, feet and leg swelling fatigue

Lung Cancer: The uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in one or both lungs Lung cancer kills more people than any other type of cancer

Fetal Damage: Fetal Smoking Syndrome: Birth defects Premature stillbirth Low birthweight Prone to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Lowered immune capacity

Laryngeal Cancer Symptoms: Persistent hoarseness Chronic sore throat Painful swallowing Pain in the ear Lump in the neck Over 80% of deaths from laryngeal cancer are linked to smoking

Dental Problems: Above: Cavities Below: Gingivitis Overall poor oral health Common Consequences: Stained teeth Gum inflammation Black hairy tongue Oral cancer Delayed healing of the gums

Secondhand smoke:

If smoking is so bad for us, why do we start?

Tobacco Myths Myth: Clove cigarettes are less harmful than regular cigarettes. Myth: Cigars are safe Myth: It’s OK to smoke as long as it’s a “natural” cigarette Conclusion: All tobacco products are addictive (which takes your independence away), cause cancer, and harm non-smokers all around you. The average tobacco user is addicted for seven years before they can finally kick this enslaving habit!